Y’all, let me tell you about the day Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett brought the heat to Austin! As a new political enthusiast and community advocate, I was thrilled to witness this powerhouse in action. Trust me when I say it left our city buzzing with inspiration and empowerment.
The anticipation had been building for weeks, and when Saturday finally dawned, there was extra electricity in the air. Congresswoman Crockett, a rising star in Texas politics and beyond, was set to speak at the Texas Tribune Festival. But what made this day genuinely extraordinary was her commitment to our community.
Our girl Crockett kicked things off at Huston-Tillotson University, our beloved historically Black institution in the heart of Austin. The energy on that campus was something else! It felt like a homecoming, with the legacy of Black excellence providing the perfect backdrop for what was about to unfold.
Shuronda Robinson from Austin Women Magazine moderated a community conversation that was anything but your average Q&A. This was a straight-up heart-to-heart about what it means to be a Black woman in America today. Crockett didn’t hold back, and neither did we. The rawness and authenticity in that room touched every single one of us.
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Let me spill the tea on that infamous #clapback to Marjorie Taylor Greene’s bullying. Crockett recounted how, during a House Oversight Committee meeting, Greene launched a vicious personal attack on her appearance. But our girl wasn’t having it. Her response—”bleach-blonde-bad-built-butch-body”—wasn’t j just a comeback. It was a watershed moment and a battle cry heard around the world for every sister who’s ever been told to “take the high road” while getting stepped on.
Crockett explained, “Those words were a line in the sand. They were for every person who’s ever been told just to ignore the bully, to take the high road while being trampled on.” And it resonated. That phrase appeared on t-shirts, mugs, and social media posts nationwide. It shows that when we stand up to bullies and refuse to be silenced, we’re not just defending ourselves—we’re creating a ripple effect that empowers others to do the same.
Those words were a line in the sand. They were for every person who’s ever been told just to ignore the bully, to take the high road while being trampled on
But it wasn’t all about the drama, Austin. We got down to business, talking about economic empowerment, education, and the critical importance of representation in government. Crockett shared her journey from public defender to taking on pro bono cases for Black Lives Matter activists, always fighting the good fight for our community.
And you know she had to shout out our VP, Kamala Harris. Having a Black woman in one of the highest offices in the land? That’s game-changing. Crockett and Harris understand Black women’s journey in America because they’ve lived and fought through it. Now they’re out here showing what’s possible when we break through those barriers.
After leaving HT buzzing, Crockett took her magic to the Texas Tribune Festival. In a town hall with Errin Haines from The 19th, she kept that same energy, weaving our experiences as Black women into discussions on national policy and global issues. Even after an emotionally charged day, she maintained her fire and engagement. That’s the kind of stamina and dedication we need in our leaders!
Congresswoman Crockett showed up and showed out for our community from sunrise to sunset. She proved that authentic, unapologetic Black womanhood has a place in the highest levels of leadership—and let me tell you, it was a beautiful thing to see.
I felt renewed purpose and deep gratitude as I left the day’s events. Congresswoman Crockett is a true powerhouse in Congress. She sees us, understands us, and fights tirelessly for us. Her commitment to starting her busy schedule by connecting with the community and ending it by addressing a more expansive audience reinforces why she’s such a vital and inspiring leader for our times.
So, ATX family, especially my sisters, let’s keep this energy going. Congresswoman Crockett and VP Harris are out here fighting the good fight, but they need us, too. Stay engaged, stay vocal, and, most importantly, stay proud of who we are and where we come from.
Remember, we can accomplish anything when we stand together, speak our truth, and lift each other. Austin, we’ve got a powerhouse representing us in Congress, and it’s up to us to match that energy in our community. Let’s make it happen!
